Beyond the classroom: AUS rewards 32 students for extracurricular and athletic dedication

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) Office of Student Affairs (OSA) awarded 32 students with scholarships for their exemplary contributions to extracurricular activities and athletics at a special ceremony on campus. The scholarships, covering up to 25 percent of tuition fees, affirm the AUS’ mission to cultivate an environment where students can both excel academically and holistically.

The AUS Active Student Scholarship was presented to 16 students, highlighting their achievements in extracurricular endeavors and the positive impact they have left on their peers. Another 16 students received the AUS Athletic Scholarship, acknowledging their dedication to sports, sportsmanship and active involvement in various athletic disciplines.

"These awards underscore the incredible potential within our student body. The honorees' commitment, drive and accomplishments truly exemplify the holistic excellence we encourage at AUS. Being a student-centric institution, we are keen on celebrating such feats. It serves as motivation, reminding students that their all-rounded efforts are both recognized and essential for their holistic growth," said Dr. Lisa Bardill Moscaritolo, Executive Director of Student Experience at AUS.

AUS Active Scholarship recipient Abdelfattah Al Saeed, an international studies major, said:"Receiving the Active Student Scholarship is rewarding and is an acknowledgment of my dedication and contributions to student life, particularly in the Department of International Studies. It's a reminder that university is about more than academics; it's about building connections and relationships. Earning scholarships and high grades requires patience and dedication, not just inherent intelligence. Dream big, persevere through adversity, and remember that if others have achieved excellence, so can you. Seize the countless opportunities that lie ahead."

Mariam Jafaar, a management major and recipient of the AUS Athletic Scholarship for her performance in women’s volleyball, said: “Receiving the athletic scholarship is an immense source of gratitude. It not only recognizes the dedication and hard work I've put into my sport but also provides invaluable support for my education and athletic pursuits. This scholarship serves as a powerful motivation to continue striving for excellence both on and off the court. I am deeply appreciative of the opportunities it brings and the faith it shows in my potential, and I am committed to representing my team and university with the utmost dedication and integrity.

Recipients of the AUS Active Student Scholarship were Muhammad Junaid, Rahma Zuhair, Utkarsh Chauhan, Sameera Nawaz Khan, Farah Amjad Khanfar, Fahad Mahmood, Bhavika Vohra, Mohamed Imbabi, Maisha Tasnia, Muhammad Daniyal Siddiqui, Faisal Mohannad Abu Abed, Hala Esam Nasar, Meriam Mkadmi, Abdelfattah Al Saeed, Fatima Mohamed Abdelrahman and Mohammed Baraa Adnan.

Recipients of the AUS Athletic Scholarship were Mariam Jaafar, Mohammed Fawaz Patel, Kumail Hassan Rasheed Hassan, Thanseeha Biju, Medhdat Abouzeid, Suood Omar Al Khateeb, Adam Eltantawi, Mariam Ammary, Dana Baerli, Rewa Hajjar, Khaled Ayman Sayed, Rand Alyahya, Laith Tello, Nelly Karim, Chanel DSa and Nooralzahra Khezrian.

AUS is committed to ensuring that financial means do not become a hindrance for qualified students to get the best education they deserve. Students are encouraged to apply for financial grants and assistance. AUS offers a wide range of grants and scholarships for undergraduate students, as well as graduate assistantships and work-study opportunities for graduate students.

For more information on AUS scholarships, visit www.aus.edu/admissions/financial-grants-and-scholarships.